Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210
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Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Launched August 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011
Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX170 IS was launched 2 years after the WB210 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX170 IS scores against the WB210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Samsung WB210
SX170 IS | WB210 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 26 months | |
Display resolution | 230k | 1k | Crisper display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Canon SX170 IS
WB210 | SX170 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung WB210
SX170 IS | WB210 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS has physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the WB210.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and WB210 is 88 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and WB210.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX170 IS to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-08-22 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 lbs) | 174 grams (0.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $279 |